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Nuclear energy
Voters split on nuclear, but back green energy: poll
Many Australians are willing to consider nuclear power even if they are not sure, raising the stakes for Labor and the Coalition in an election fight on energy.
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Energy security
Dutton’s nuclear plan is surrounded by false claims – but people are listening
Australians are still paying a price for the energy policy disputes of the past. The nuclear proposal is unlikely to end the argument.
David Crowe
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Education
Private school teachers push for pay rises above public sector colleagues
The Independent Education Union is calling for an increase to private school teacher salaries to “maintain the traditional premium” above public schools.
Woolworths and Coles face billion-dollar fines under stronger grocery code
The new maximum penalties – up to $5 billion for Woolworths and $3.8 billion for Coles – are designed to protect farmers and food suppliers in their dealings with the big supermarkets.
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Crime
Armed teens trigger Adelaide Westfield lockdown
SA Police said two groups of teenagers, some armed with batons, battled in a food court at Westfield Marion, causing widespread panic.
16 small changes to your diet that will help you live longer
From savoury breakfasts to sardines, these life-lengthening diet tweaks could give your health the boost it needs.
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Tripologist
Six hundred planes grounded: The issue causing headaches for airlines
The slow return of aircraft to service after the pandemic has been one cause of high fares, but another problem has seen hundreds of Airbus planes stuck on the ground.
Michael Gebicki
The Tripologist
Who has the nicest buns? Bao down to the winners of the Hong Kong mystery box
The top seven, sans Sav, head overseas. First up: a cook-out at Victoria “Beckham” Harbour and plenty of gratuitous skyline shots from a rooftop.
Tory election betting scandal grows days out from UK polling day
The betting scandal has dealt a heavy blow to the Rishi Sunak led-Conservatives as they battle to revive its struggling campaign ahead of the vote.
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Crime
Gunmen kill at least six police and a priest in Dagestan attacks
At least 12 others have been injured when the gunmen opened fire at a synagogue, an Orthodox church and a police post in Russia’s North Caucasus region.
Hamish Blake off list for gold as ABC scoops Logie nominations
This year’s gold nominees include Blake’s long-time comedy partner, Andy Lee, as well as the ABC’s Tony Armstrong.
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Health
These medicines have been life-changing for Jill and Paddy. Not everyone can get them
With 1.5 million Australians now living with diabetes, advocates are pushing the government to protect the supply of drugs such as Ozempic and fund glucose-monitoring technology.
The common condition that can cause too much shame to be named
Incontinence affects everything from sex lives to sport participation and self-image. Yet research reveals it is rarely discussed and many go without treatment.
Do we need digital detox to save our skins?
Is blue light skin damage something we should be concerned about or just another industry ploy to sell skincare? Experts weigh in.
Ahead of the Tour de France, here are the cycling shows you should watch
There are some gripping shows to catch before the world’s two biggest cycling races for male and female cyclists.
McKellar in frame for Waratahs job after Tigers departure
Former Brumbies coach Dan McKellar is a late addition in the mix for the Waratahs’ head coach job after his English club parted ways with him in a shock move.
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State of Origin
On AFL grounds, rugby league’s best kickers can get ‘lost’ in Origin
Since the NRL started taking a match to non-traditional states each year, the game’s best kickers have grappled with playing on AFL grounds. Does an oval field make a difference?
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NSW dominated the Maroons for 20 minutes with 12 men. Here’s how they do it with 13
The Origin I danger signs were there before Joseph Suaalii was sent off. But the fightback from NSW provided a blueprint to keep the series alive on Wednesday.
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Taylan May hit with second show-cause notice following DV charges
The career of the Penrith premiership winner remains up in the air as the issue is set to escalate again on Wednesday.
Sydney
Six months ago these HSC students picked their degrees. Do they think they made the right choice?
Passion or practicality? These students reflect on one of the biggest decisions in their young lives.
Sydney suburbs that are home to thousands of guns
About 10,000 more people in NSW now have a gun licence compared to 2020. But it’s the handful of licences police fail to stop being granted which is alarming public policy experts.
‘Fear for their life’: Constable fires gun at car that was speeding towards police
Police were responding to reports of a break and enter at an inner west apartment complex when two men drove the car at officers.
‘Bad for the whole of NSW’: Inside the north shore’s NIMBY crusade
Ku-ring-gai Council is taking the state government to court to block its planning reforms. But even in NIMBY central, attitudes about housing policy are starting to shift.
‘Forced from their homes’: Inner city threatened by luxury apartment developers
Federal Teal MP Allegra Spender wants stronger heritage protections in Potts Point and Elizabeth Bay to stop developers knocking down ageing residential blocks for luxury apartments.
Politics
Dutton’s claim nuclear waste would be size of Coke can ‘hard to swallow’
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is spruiking the benefits of nuclear energy, but one of his claims has left a bad taste in experts’ mouths.
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Online shopping
‘A bit sleepy’: The Iconic’s new boss wants it to disrupt Australian retail again
Chief executive Jere Calmes hopes to cement the outlet as an essential part of the online infrastructure of fashion as consumers rein in spending.
World
Israeli forces tied wounded Palestinian to bonnet, drove off
The IDF said the soldiers’ conduct was not in line with protocol and that the incident will be investigated and dealt with.
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Title Deeds
Woollahra’s $8m designer digs fit for fashion’s high priestess Edwina McCann
As Vogue Australia’s Edwina McCann prepares to move into her new digs, private equity boss Mark Chiba has paid $22 million cash for his landmark Darling Point residence.
Vaucluse unit with 48 stairs? That will be $2.915 million
Despite the number of steps up to the home and different wallpaper in every room, 14 buyers still registered to bid.
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Lifestyle
The ultimate French fashion statement is stunning simplicity
Take your cues from the easy elegance of the Parisienne in rich textures and bold hues as classic as they are classy.
Culture
Olympics warm up: You name the sport, we name the movie
With the Olympics just over a month away, we’ve (almost) found a movie, TV series or documentary to match up with all 28 events.
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State of Origin
On AFL grounds, rugby league’s best kickers can get ‘lost’ in Origin
Since the NRL started taking a match to non-traditional states each year, the game’s best kickers have grappled with playing on AFL grounds. Does an oval field make a difference?
McKellar in the frame for Waratahs job after sudden Tigers departure
Former Brumbies coach Dan McKellar is a late addition in the mix for the Waratahs’ head coach job after his English club parted ways with him in a shock move.
Analysis
State of Origin
NSW dominated the Maroons for 20 minutes with 12 men. Here’s how they do it with 13
The Origin I danger signs were there before Joseph Suaalii was sent off. But the fightback from NSW provided a blueprint to keep the series alive on Wednesday.
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Australian rugby
Another hammering for Eddie will test his revered status in Japan
Club coaches in Japan have worked hard to enhance the esteem in which their competition is held, and they won’t take kindly to heavy losses for the Brave Blossoms.
Paul Cully
Rugby columnist
Afghanistan trigger a cricket earthquake, put Australia’s cup campaign on the ropes
Australia’s first loss of the T20 World Cup means even if they beat India in their next game they won’t be guaranteed a place in the semi-finals.
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Wimbledon
Tomljanovic optimistic ahead of Wimbledon despite falling short in Birmingham
The Australian will head to Wimbledon – where she is a dual quarter-finalist – hungry for success after a run to the final at the Birmingham Classic.
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NRL 2024
West is finally won as Tigers tyros thrash Raiders in stunning upset
Lachlan Galvin was weighing up his future just 10 days ago, but life at the Tigers suddenly doesn’t look so bad after an eight-try demolition of Canberra.
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